Asus ROG Strix TRX40-E Motherboard

ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming:

- AMD TRX40 ATX motherboard sTR4 for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Threadripper series processors, with 16 power stages, on-board Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2.5 Gbps LAN, USB 3.2 Gen 2, SATA, three M.2, OLED and Aura Sync RGB lighting
- Ready for the latest 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ series processors to maximize connectivity and speed with up to three M.2 drives, USB 3.2 Gen 2.
- Unmatched personalization: OLED and Aura Sync RGB lighting, including RGB headers and addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
- Optimal Power Solution: 16 power stages with ProCool II power connector, high-quality chokes and durable capacitors to support multi-core processors
- Comprehensive cooling: Active cooling VRM and Chipset heatsink, stacked-fin heatsink, with on-board dual M.2 heatsinks and a water pump+ header
- Gaming connectivity: Three M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port and Type-C front panel connector
- Gaming networking: 2.5Gbps LAN and Intel® Gigabit Ethernet with ASUS LANGuard, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO, and gateway teaming via GameFirst V
- Gaming audio: High fidelity audio with SupremeFX S1220, DTS® Sound Unbound and Sonic Studio III to draw you deeper into the action
- Easy DIY: ROG-patented pre-mounted I/O shield, Flexkey, ASUS SafeSlot, ASUS Node connector and BIOS FlashBack™ for a friendlier building experience

- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming blends stunning gaming aesthetics with high-end desktop performance for do-it-all builds for users that like to work hard and play hard. A variety of design touches show off its cyberpunk origins, including a translucent I/O shroud glows under Aura lighting and a striking rainfall pattern on the VRM & chipset heatsinks. When it comes to performance, ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming delivers with a wealth of ultrafast connectivity options, including three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, the latest 2.5G Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6 networking, and eight USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports.

Solid hardware specs:
- With comprehensive cooling options and robust power delivery to fuel CPUs with more cores, plus faster storage and memory, ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming provides all the essentials you need to harness the full potential of components in your build for top-tier gaming performance.


Power design:
- Digital power control and an array of power stages ensures ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming has the muscle to control the latest Threadripper CPUs.

ProCool II Power Connectors:
- ProCool II sockets are built to tight specifications to ensure flush contact with the PSU power lines and have a metal armor for improved heat dissipation. The connector´s lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and improves reliability.

Cooling innovation:
Active vrm heatsink:
- An active VRM heatsink provides a large contact area for the MOSFETs and chokes, enabling more efficient cooling of the MOS heatsink for better performance and wattage resistance.

Stacked-fin heatsink:
- Closely-packed, multi-layered fins maximize the surface area to speed heat dissipation from the controller, improving cooling.

Dual m.2 heatsink:
- The M.2 heatsink keeps the Dual M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.

ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming:
Backplate:
- A backplate on the rear of the board helps balance MOSFET temperatures while providing structural reinforcement.

Thermal pad:
- A high-quality thermal pad helps transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.

Active chipset heatsink:
- PCIe 4.0 provides twice the bandwidth for data flowing through the chipset, which creates more heat than the previous generation. ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming features an actively cooled heatsink to prevent throttling during sustained transfers.


Cooling innovation:

Active vrm heatsink:
- An active VRM heatsink provides a large contact area for the MOSFETs and chokes, enabling more efficient cooling of the MOS heatsink for better performance and wattage resistance.

Stacked-fin heatsink:
- Closely-packed, multi-layered fins maximize the surface area to speed heat dissipation from the controller, improving cooling.

Dual m.2 heatsink:
The M.2 heatsink keeps the Dual M.2 SSD at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability

Backplate:
- A backplate on the rear of the board helps balance MOSFET temperatures while providing structural reinforcement.

Thermal pad:
- A high-quality thermal pad helps transfer heat from the inductor and phase array to the heatsink.

Active chipset heatsink:
- PCIe 4.0 provides twice the bandwidth for data flowing through the chipset, which creates more heat than the previous generation. ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming features an actively cooled heatsink to prevent throttling during sustained transfers.


Active chipset heatsink;
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS

Custom Delta Superflo Fan:
- The custom low-noise fan features a high-durability bearing with a 60,000-hour L10* lifespan.
- L10 bearing life is a standard metric that specifies the number of hours that 90% of the bearing are expected to continue successfully operating, as a minimum.

Air Duct:
- A specially-designed air duct helps the fan generate static pressure and concentrates air flow over the fins.

SoC Heatsink:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E gaming features an SoC VRM heatsink positioned in the pathway of the chipset fan´s airflow to enable the SoC VRM to stay cool during memory overclocking.

Finned Heatsink:
- The heatsink fin density is optimized to maximize surface area while maintaining a low-resistance exhaust path.


Cooler by design:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming series features the most comprehensive cooling options ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS

CPU:
CPU Fan Header:
- A dedicated PWM/DC fan header for CPU coolers.

AIO Pump Fan Header:
- AIO Pump Fan Header
- A dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups.

Water Pump Header:
- Water Pump + Header
- A dedicated header that can supply over 3A to high-performance PWM or DC water pumps.

M.2:
M.2 Heatsink:
- The M.2 heatsink keeps the dual M.2 SSDs at the optimum operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.

Chassis:
- 4-pin PWM/DC
- Fan Header
- Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

VRM:

- Heatsink Fan
- Dedicated header for onboard heatsink fans.
- This fan is also PWM/DC controllable.


Gaming enhancement:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming is engineered with the latest connectivity for the best gaming experiences. Transfer files faster and banish lag as you secure more victories.

Memory:

DDR4 OC 4666MHz+:
- The TRX40 platform delivers ample bandwidth on multiple fronts. Its quad-channel memory controller supports up to 256 GB of DDR4 memory across eight slots and an optimized trace layout enables DDR4 memory overclocking with maxed-out speeds for your build.

Storage:

Triple PCIe 4.0 M.2:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming features triple M.2 slots. The M.2_3 slot supports both SATA and PCIe 4.0 x4 modes, and the other slots support PCIe 4.0 x4 for NVMe. Together, they give you the fastest and most-flexible M.2 interface available.

Networking:

Next-gen connectivity:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming amps up networking with 2.5G Ethernet and next-gen Intel® Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) that surpasses gigabit speeds to take your LAN to the next level. With ROG GameFirst software that offers multi-gate teaming, you´ll enjoy the very best online gaming experience.

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax):
- The latest 802.11ax standard delivers high efficiency wireless connectivity for better gaming enjoyment. As well as providing better network pings in multi-user environments, 802.11ax also greatly improves throughput and coverage over earlier standards.

2.5G Ethernet:
- 2.5G on-board Ethernet kicks your Ethernet connection up a notch with an up to 2.5X bandwidth improvement. Using your existing Ethernet cable, you can take advantage this networking upgrade to experience smoother, lag-free gaming, immediately stream high-resolution videos and enjoy faster file transfers.

Intel Gigabit Ethernet:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming features Intel Ethernet (I211-AT), ensuring data exchanges with your network and the outside world are fast and smooth. Intel LAN reduces CPU overhead and increases TCP and UDP throughput, keeping more processing power.


AUDIO:

Supremefx:
Shielded Audio, Superior Sound:
- Immerse yourself in sound with SupremeFX audio technology. Utilizing the S1220A codec, SupremeFX is the integrated-audio solution that´s engineered to provide a flat frequency response for a neutral, detailed sound signature. And to ensure that pristine signature is perfectly preserved, the front-panel output is driven with dual op amps, delivering sonics with the scale and authority to create virtual worlds via your gaming headset.


Design & customization:
- A host of design touches, including a unique cyber-text pattern, plus customization options, comprehensive validation lists, and the most diverse ecosystem of components in the industry make building and personalizing a gaming rig with ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming wonderfully easy.

Striking new design:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming strikes an arresting pose, with or without RGB. A unique RGB rainfall pattern on the VRM heatsink provides a colorful accent to this critical component. The I/O shroud sports a laser-engraved ROG logo topped with an acrylic plate imprinted with ROG´s signature cybertext patterns, so switching on the lights illuminates a whole new aesthetic dimension — unique style with a cyberpunk edge.


Cutomization:

Aura Sync:
Outshine the competition:
- ROG Strix motherboards deliver sterling performance, accented by aesthetics to Outshine the Competition. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB header — and it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.

Addressable gen 2 rgb header:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming´s Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers are now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices, allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new headers also offer backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.


LiveDash OLED:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming is equipped with LiveDash, a built-in 1.3“ OLED panel that displays useful information and customizable graphics. During the power-on, self-test (POST) phase, LiveDash shows key progress stats in simple language and via traditional POST codes. Then, during normal operation, the panel shows a choice of CPU frequency, device temperatures, fan speeds or information from the Water Cooling Zone. You´re even able to customize the default LiveDash GIF, so that it´ll display your own image or animation.


Compatibility:

Certified compatibility:
- Having the freedom to pick and choose the parts that go into your machine is at the heart of PC DIY. That´s why ROG Strix undergoes an extensive certification program focused on providing the very best compatibility with the widest range of components and devices. Our extensive list of guaranteed-compatible components is an invaluable aid to building a ROG Strix gaming rig. It specifies thousands of compatible parts, and it includes a dedicated Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for memory — so you can build fuss-free.


Ecosystem:
The rog strix ecosystem awaits:
- Gear up with ROG Strix components, from graphics and sound cards, to mice and keyboards, and up your game with complementary aesthetics, control and compatibility — and enjoy more choice than any competing brand.

Tune your rig you want:
- The ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming motherboard features firmware controls and software utilities designed for all skill levels, making setup, tuning and system maintenance simple. With options from overclocking and cooling to managing network performance and audio characteristics, you can configure your ROG Strix gaming build to perform the way you want.


Intelligent Control;

5-way optimization:
- Take care of complex tuning with just one click. ASUS 5-Way Optimization makes your PC smart by dynamically optimizing essential aspects of your system, providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailored for your rig.

Cpu-performance boost:
- The TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) is an intelligent onboard micro-controller that provides an array of system-tuning features, including the ability to fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats and adjust overclocking parameters.

Epu guidance:
All-around energy efficiency:
- With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you´ll enjoy system-wide power savings. The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers.

Fan xpert 4:
- Flexible cooling controls for air or liquid
Enjoy comprehensive control over fans, water pumps and all-in-one (AIO) coolers, via either Fan Expert 4 or our award-winning UEFI. Whether you´re cooling with air or water, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There´s also an Extreme Quiet mode, which reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum — keeping your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks.

Digi+power control:
Precise digital power control:
- The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, switching frequency and power-efficiency settings, allowing you to fine-tune CPU voltage regulation for ultimate stability and performance.

Turbo app
- AMD´s processors feature per-core tuning, and the ASUS Turbo app makes use of this feature by letting you assign applications to specific processor cores, prioritizing computing power where it´s needed most.


Uefi bios:
- The renowned ROG UEFI (BIOS) provides everything you need to configure, tweak, and tune your rig. It offers intelligently simplified options for newcomers to PC DIY, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.
- Designed to simplify setup, EZ mode presents all the vital settings and stats on a single page. With guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings, your rig will be up and running in no time.


The power of amd:

AMD TRX40 Chipset:
- The AMD TRX40 chipset delivers outstanding overclocking capabilities for the latest AMD Socket sTRX4 3rd Gen Ryzen™ Threadripper™ series processors. It provides PCIe 4.0 support, 10 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and eight SATA 6 Gbps ports for faster data retrieval.

Ready for AMD Socket sTRX4 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper:
- ROG Strix TRX40-E Gaming motherboard supports the latest 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ series processors that boast up to 32 cores. It features quad-channel DDR4 memory, 64 lanes of PCI Express® 4.0, 16 GT/s transfer speed for Gen 4 M.2 SSDs, and built-in native USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) for superior performance.


Specifications:

Cpu:
- Build in AMD Socket sTRX4 for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop Processors

Chipset
- AMD TRX40

Memory:

3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop processors:
- 8 x DIMM, Max. 256GB, DDR4 4666(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4333(O.C.)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/3800(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3200/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz ECC and non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
- Quad Channel Memory Architecture

Multi-GPU Support:
- Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI® Technology
- Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology


Expansion Slots:

3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop processors:
- 3 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16/x16/x16)
- 1 x PCIe 4.0 x4


Storage:

3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Series Desktop processors:
- 2 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)

AMD TRX40 chipset:
- 1 x M.2 Socket 3, with vertical M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)

AMD TRX40 chipset:
- 8 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s),
- Support Raid 0, 1, 10


LAN:
- Realtek® RTL8125-CG 2.5G LAN
- Intel® I211-AT, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
- Anti-surge LANGuard
- ROG GameFirst V Technology

Wireless Data Network:
- Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200
- Wi-Fi 802.11 ax, Bluetooth® 5.0
- Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz
- Supports 2x2 MU-MIMO
- Supports channel bandwidth: HT20/HT40/HT80/HT160. Up to 1.73Gbps transfer speed

Bluetooth:
- Bluetooth® 5.0

Audio:
ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220
- Dual OP Amplifiers
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output 108 dB SNR recording input
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback

Audio Feature:
- SupremeFX Shielding™ Technology
- Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Virtual Mixer
- DTS® Sound Unbound
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
- Sonic Radar III

USB Ports:
3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors:
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 at back panel, red)

AMD TRX40 chipset:
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector port(s)

AMD TRX40 chipset:
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 at back panel, red, 3 x Type-A+1 x Type-C)

AMD TRX40 chipset:
- 8 x USB 2.0 port(s)

ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 1 controller:
- 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at mid-board)


ROG Exclusive Features:

ROG Exclusive Software
- RAMCache III
- CPU-Z
- GameFirst V
- Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Link
- Sonic Radar III
- Overwolf


Special Features:
5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
- Whole system optimization with a single click! 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling and even tailor your own app usages.

Gamer´s Guardian:
- DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- Highly Durable Components
- DIGI+ VRM
- SafeSlot
- ESD Guards on LAN, Audio,and USB ports

LiveDash OLED 1.3 ”:
AURA :
- Aura Lighting Control
- Addressable Gen 2 Header

ASUS Exclusive Features :
- USB BIOS FlashBack™
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger
- Pre-mounted I/O Shield
- ASUS NODE: hardware control interface
- BIOS FlashBack™ Button

ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3

ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector


Back I/O Ports:
- 1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
- 8 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (7 x Type-A+1 x Type-C)
- 4 x USB 2.0
- 1 x Optical S/PDIF out
- 5 x Audio jack(s)
- 1 x Anti-surge 2.5G LAN (RJ45) port
- 1 x USB BIOS FlashBack™ Button(s)

Internal I/O Ports:
- 2 x Aura RGB Strip Header
- 2 x Addressable Gen 2 header(s)
- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)
- 2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
- 2 x M.2 Socket 1 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
- 1 x M.2 Socket 2 with vertical M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support(SATA & PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
- 1 x TPM header
- 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
- 1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
- 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
- 3 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
- 1 x AIO_PUMP connector
- 1 x W_PUMP+ connector
- 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
- 2 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
- 1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
- 1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
- 1 x Power-on button(s)
- 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
- 1 x Node Connector(s)
- 1 x USB BIOS FlashBack™ button(s)
- 1 x System panel connector
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector
- 1 x Speaker connector
- 1 x Chipset Fan Header
- 1 x VRM_HS_FAN Header

Accessories:
- 1 x Vertical M.2 bracket set
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
- 1 x M.2 Screw Package
- 1 x pack of cable tie
- 1 x Supporting DVD
- 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)
- 1 x Strix door hanger
- 1 x ROG Strix stickers
- 1 x Q-Connector
- 1 x Thermal sensor cable pack(s)
- 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm)
- 1 x Extension cable for Addressable LED

User manual;
- 1 x ROG Thank you card

Accessories:
- 1 x Vertical M.2 bracket set
- 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
- 1 x M.2 Screw Package
- 1 x pack of cable tie
- 1 x Supporting DVD
- 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)
- 1 x Strix door hanger
- 1 x ROG Strix stickers
- 1 x Q-Connector
- 1 x Thermal sensor cable pack(s)
- 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm)
- 1 x Extension cable for Addressable LED

User manual:
- 1 x ROG Thank you card

BIOS:
- 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.2, ACPI 6.2

Support Disc:
- Drivers
- ASUS Utilities
- EZ Update
- Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Operating System:
- Windows® 10 64-bit

Form Factor:
- ATX Form Factor
- 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )

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